How could introducing rabbits into the rainforest affect that habitat? What would a passport for Christopher Columbus look like? In the story, Hansel and Gretel, instead of dropping breadcrumbs, how could the children avoid getting lost in the woods? New Colorado reading, writing, and communicating standards require students to argue, inform, and explain. Divergent thinking questions offer opportunities for students to demonstrate original, elaborative, and flexible thinking. They become actively involved in the subject matter being taught. Teachers will learn how to pose divergent thinking questions and leave with materials that can be implemented the next day.
Laurie Eaton has a master’s and an endorsement in “Gifted and Talented” education with 25 years experience in several capacities: a teacher in a highly gifted magnet, a TOSA with the DPS Gifted and Talented Department, and a GT Specialist in a K-12 DPS School.
Robbi Makely has been an educator for nearly 25 years. She is currently a blended learning + educational technology teacher at Hallett Fundamental Academy where she coaches teachers (ECE-5th grade) and facilitates professional development with a focus on 21st Century Learning. Having spent over ten years in gifted education in DPS, her heart and passion falls to gifted learners.
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Divergent Thinking Tasks
How could introducing rabbits into the rainforest affect that habitat? What would a passport for Christopher Columbus look like? In the story, Hansel and Gretel, instead of dropping breadcrumbs, how could the children avoid getting lost in the woods? New Colorado reading, writing, and communicating standards require students to argue, inform, and explain. Divergent thinking questions offer opportunities for students to demonstrate original, elaborative, and flexible thinking. They become actively involved in the subject matter being taught. Teachers will learn how to pose divergent thinking questions and leave with materials that can be implemented the next day.
Strand: Classroom Practices
Applicable Grade Level(s): All
Intended Audience(s): Teachers, Parents
Experience Level(s): Introductory, Intermediate
Laurie Eaton has a master’s and an endorsement in “Gifted and Talented” education with 25 years experience in several capacities: a teacher in a highly gifted magnet, a TOSA with the DPS Gifted and Talented Department, and a GT Specialist in a K-12 DPS School.
Robbi Makely has been an educator for nearly 25 years. She is currently a blended learning + educational technology teacher at Hallett Fundamental Academy where she coaches teachers (ECE-5th grade) and facilitates professional development with a focus on 21st Century Learning. Having spent over ten years in gifted education in DPS, her heart and passion falls to gifted learners.